Duties / Job description: Creative and resourceful individual, with a strong public-service orientation, needed to serve as a full time Library Director for the Milan-Berlin Public Library District (Milan-Berlin Heights, OH). Responsible for the planning and operations of both libraries, located in two communities which are 7 miles apart. Reports to a 7-member Board of Trustees and is responsible for overseeing a staff of 12-15 full and part-time staff members and managing an annual budget of approximately $750,000. Commitment to library excellence, experience in expanding library materials and technology, and eagerness to initiate and administer community and cultural programs is expected. The Library Director provides expertise in library management and is responsible for t he implementation of plans, policies, and priorities established by the Library Board of Trustees.

Qualifications: Candidates should have a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of professional library work, have significant experience in the organization and management of library operations, including personnel administration, public relations, and demonstrated ability for leadership, creative problem solving, and innovation.

A master’s degree in library science and management experience is preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered. Candidates should be comfortable in a PC environment, able to use Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Drive and Google Docs and Facebook.

Will out of state candidates be considered?

Salary Range: $50,000 – $55,000 depending on education and experience

How to apply? Email resume and contact information for three professional work references to:
m-b.library.board@outlook.com or mail it to Search Committee Chair, Milan Public Library, 19 East Church St. Milan, OH 44846